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Istanbul Kent University

Kent Istanbul University is a private university in Turkey and is recognized in many Arab countries and European Union countries


Istanbul Kent University


Kent Istanbul University is a private university in Türkiye and is recognized in many Arab countries and European Union countries. It was established in 2016 with the aim of keeping pace with global scientific development and progress, and preparing human cadres capable of interacting with it. The university is distinguished by its modern infrastructure and its containment of the latest scientific centers and workshops.


Kent University Istanbul Overview





  • The University of Kent, also known as Kent Istanbul, is a private university in Turkey founded in 2006 by the Education Without Barriers Foundation (ENEV) with the aim of contributing to the development and progress of Turkey.

  • It began receiving its first batches in the academic year 2017-2018, and includes four colleges, two vocational schools, and a college for graduate studies, in addition to many research and applied centers.

  • The university seeks to provide modern and innovative education in line with global changes and developments in various fields such as education, science, and technology.


Campus for


  • The university has a single campus, located on the European side of Istanbul.

  • The university campus has a long history, as it was established in 1846 as a German hospital thanks to the efforts of the German charitable organization.

  • The hospital was closed in 2013 based on a bilateral agreement between Turkey and Germany after World War II, and was converted into an educational institution for Istanbul High School.

  • Later, the building was developed and renovated, and equipped with the latest advanced technological means, and the university was opened in 2016.


University of Kent Academic Accreditations and Recognitions


  • Istanbul Kent University holds licenses from the Turkish Higher Education Council (YÖK), making it one of the accredited and recognized universities in most countries of the world and European Union countries.

  • In addition to a number of Arab countries such as:

Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Yemen, Iraq, Algeria, Syria, and Palestine.


Objectives of Kent University Istanbul


Based on the role that Turkey seeks to achieve, which aims to be more effective and powerful in the field of educational investments globally, the university’s objectives are:

  • To be among

  • To become a university with an outstanding international reputation and a preferred educational destination for students in Türkiye and all over the world.

  • Providing knowledge and self-reliance to its students to compete in and win scientific competitions at the local and international levels.

  • Reaching international standards in education, development and scientific research with the aim of enhancing the competence of graduates and distinguishing them compared to their counterparts from other universities.



Advantages of studying at the University of Kent


Although the university is new, it is distinguished by many qualities and characteristics that make it one of the most prominent universities in line with modern development, which distinguishes it from other universities such as:

  • It includes an elite group of

  • It has

  • It includes many

  • It relies on the best methods of

  • The university is a member of the Erasmus program, which allows

  • It works to provide

  • It continues to follow up on its students continuously after graduation through

  • It organizes many student activities through

  • It organizes

  • It contains

  • In addition to all of the above; It is distinguished

  • It is not required


Kent University Istanbul specializations

The University of Kent in Istanbul awards diploma, bachelor's and master's degrees as follows:

1- Diploma degree

The university offers the opportunity to obtain a diploma degree through its private institutes, and the study is only available in the Turkish language, and its duration is two years:

Healthcare craft school

  • The following specializations are taught: anesthesia, child development, neurophysiology, first aid and emergency, secretarial and medical documentation, medical imaging techniques, operating room services, oral and dental health, physical therapy, and social services.

Professional School of Justice
  • It contains one specialty, which is justice.

2- Bachelor’s degree

Kent University Istanbul offers bachelor's degrees through four specialized faculties.

Faculty of Dentistry
  • Study is available in Turkish and English, and lasts for five years.

College of Arts and Design
  • The majors include the gastronomy major, which is available for study in Turkish and English, in addition to the interior architecture major, which is only available in Turkish. The duration of study in these majors takes four years.

College of Health Sciences
  • It includes the following specializations: physical therapy and rehabilitation, nursing, nutrition and diet, midwifery, and speech and language therapy.

Study is conducted in the Turkish language only in all specialties except for the specialty of physical therapy and rehabilitation, where study is available in both Turkish and English, and the study period takes four years.

College of Arts and Social Sciences
  • These fields include: political science and public administration, international trade and logistics, business administration, public relations and advertising, social services, and psychology.

The college provides the possibility of studying in English and Turkish in the disciplines of political science, public administration, business administration, and psychology, and the study period takes four years.

3- Master’s degree

The Faculty of Social Sciences at the university offers a master’s degree, and the study is in the Turkish language only, and includes the following specializations:

Clinical psychology
  • It is possible to obtain the degree by preparing a scientific thesis or without the need for it.

Health care management
  • It is possible to obtain the degree by preparing a scientific thesis or without it.

International Business Adminstration
  • It is possible to obtain the degree either by preparing a scientific thesis or without it.

Occupational Health and Safety
  • It is possible to obtain the degree without the need to prepare scientific research.


Outstanding Centers at Kent University Istanbul


Kent University in Istanbul includes many modern centers such as:


Center for Dental Practice and Research




The center was established in 2019 with the aim of preparing educational programs and curricula to assist dental professionals. The Center, in cooperation with relevant departments in other colleges, such as the College of Dentistry, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the College of Health Sciences, and the Professional School of Health Services, contributes to the following:

  • The practical dimension of the theoretical infrastructure is embodied in the link between the university and industry, with an emphasis on continuing education and training.

  • Monitoring rapid changes in the field of dentistry and following up on the latest developments in it.

  • Working to improve the quality of oral and dental health services provided to the community, and developing solutions to its health problems.

  • Enhance academic content by using data from training activities, projects, and consultations, then improving it in collaboration with faculty members.

  • Updating the curriculum to keep it in line with modern needs.


Research and Applications Centre

The center aims to keep pace with the changes and developments occurring at the local, regional and international levels through:

  • Making future predictions by using current data and analyzing it statistically.

  • Develop proposals to reformulate security strategies at the local and international levels.

  • Conducting scientific research in the fields of politics, economics, technology, environment, society and culture at the local and international levels.

  • Producing projects and submitting proposals related to renewable energy and sustainable development, in addition to creating and maintaining a healthy environment.


Professional Development Center

The Career Development Center at Kent University Istanbul is considered the link between academic and professional life, and plays an important role in the lives of university students through:

  • Providing the necessary information and guidance about training opportunities and work fields for all university specializations.

  • Providing courses and seminars related to practical and professional life skills.

  • Preparing students for practical life, and formulating their professional plans after graduation, through activities and workshops in training, guidance and consultations that are held throughout the year.


Documents required for registration at Kent University Istanbul
  • passport copy.

  • Photograph.

  • Secondary school graduation certificate (baccalaureate or Tawjihi) translated into English or Turkish and certified. If you have not yet completed high school, you must submit a certificate of your last semester, translated and certified.

  • Secondary school completion certificate (if available) translated and notarized.

  • TOEFL IBT English language test pass certificate (if available).

  • TÖMER Turkish language proficiency certificate level B2 (if available).

  • Additional papers and certificates can help you get discounts on tuition fees, and it's a good idea to offer them if they're available.




Tuition prices at the University of Kent:

Specializations available at Istanbul Kent University (faculties in English)

- Visual communications design

- Nutrition and diet

- psychology

- Physical therapy and rehabilitation

- Designing digital games

- Gastronomy and cooking

- nursing

- Political science and public administration

- business management

(The price is $2900 for all these specializations in English)

Contact us to get a real discount


 

Specializations available at Istanbul Kent University (faculties in Turkish language)

- Gastronomy and cooking

- Public relations and advertising

- Speech and language therapy

- Interior architecture

- Political science and public administration

- Off

- social services

- nursing

- International trade and logistics services

- Nutrition and diet

- Child development

- Urban design and landscape architecture

- psychology

- Physical therapy and rehabilitation

- business management

Price without discount: $2000: Contact us to get a real discount


 

Courses available at Istanbul Kent University (Turkish language institutes)

- Dental Prosthetist

- Computer Programming

- Child development

- Justice

- Electroneurophysiology

- Medical laboratory techniques

- Hair care and beauty

- Medical imaging techniques

- Operating room services

- to drug

- physical therapy

- First aid and emergency

- social services

- Pathology laboratory techniques

- Medical documentation and secretarial services

- The mouth and teeth's health

- Pharmacy services

(The official university price is $1,600) Contact us to get a real discount


University of Kent FAQs

Is the University of Kent accredited?

Yes, Istanbul Kent University is recognized by the Supreme Council of Universities in Turkey, and is also certified by the European Union and many Arab countries such as: Egypt, Lebanon, Yemen, Iraq, Jordan, Algeria, Syria and Palestine.

What is the ranking of Istanbul Kent University?

Istanbul Kent University is ranked 180th locally and 10,102nd globally according to Webmetrics.

Does Istanbul Kent University provide scholarships?

Yes, Istanbul Kent University offers several scholarships to students, including a 50% discount scholarship from OSYM.

Does Istanbul Kent University offer Blue Certificate?

Yes, Istanbul Kent University awards the Blue Diploma that allows you to continue your education in any European country.

Is the preparatory program compulsory at Istanbul Kent University?

Students who have sufficient knowledge of the English language and wish to be exempted from the preparatory program, and have documents proving that they have passed the international foreign language tests accepted by Istanbul Kent University at the level specified by the university, can submit a request to the Directorate of Student Affairs to obtain an exemption from the preparatory program.

Is it possible to pursue a double major at Istanbul Kent University?

Yes, Istanbul Kent University students can study a double major and obtain two degrees upon graduation, provided that the application is submitted via the OIS electronic system available in the Dual Studies Department.

How many students does the University of Kent have?

Istanbul Kent University has 6,750 students, including 1,350 international students.

What are the tuition costs for international students at Istanbul Kent University?

Tuition fees at Istanbul Kent University range between $2,025 and $3,240 annually.

Is Kent University a good university?

Yes, Istanbul Kent University is very excellent, with an outstanding faculty that holds a TEF Gold rating for teaching quality. The university also stands out for its great interest in scientific and academic research for students.


University housing

Cihangir, Sıraselviler Cd. No:71, 34433

Beyoğlu/İstanbul



  • The university has one campus located on the European side of Istanbul.

  • The university campus is distinguished by its historical heritage. It was founded in 1846 as a German hospital by the German Charitable Organization.

  • The hospital was closed in 2013 as a result of the bilateral agreement between Turkey and Germany after World War II, and was transformed into an educational institution for Istanbul High School.

  • After that, the building was developed and renovated, and equipped with the latest technology, so that the university was opened in 2016.




  • Istanbul Kent University is accredited by the Turkish Higher Education Council YÖK, and therefore it is considered one of the universities recognized in most countries around the world, including European Union countries.

  • In addition to some Arab countries such as:



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